Red Tuxedo Platy

Description

These Red Tuxedo Platies display a striking contrast of deep red and black, making them a standout fish for any aquarium. Tank-raised right here in Florida at D&G Farms , these Platies are hardy, peaceful, and ideal for both beginners and experienced aquarists. Their bright coloration stays strong, and they ship extremely well due to stable Florida water conditions and multi-generational tank breeding.

Platies are one of the most popular livebearers for community tanks and mix perfectly with Guppies, Endlers, Corydoras, Tetras, Cherry Barbs, Rasboras, and other peaceful fish. Other Platies we offer include Green Lantern, Red Wag, Sunset, Coral Red, Panda, Tuxedo, and Assorted Platies .

Available options: 3 Fish, 6 Fish. Choose your option above for the current price and availability.

Care Requirements

• Scientific Name: Domestic Xiphophorus platies, primarily X. maculatus strains
• Adult Size: usually about 2–3 inches; females grow larger
• Temperature: 72–78°F
• pH: 7.0–8.2
• Water Hardness: moderately hard to hard
• Tank Size: 20 gallons or larger for a group
• Temperament: Peaceful livebearer
• Setup: Use plants and gentle filtration, with a sponge guard if keeping fry.
• Diet: Quality flakes or small pellets with plant content plus suitable small frozen foods.
• Compatibility: Suitable with peaceful fish that tolerate the same hard water. Avoid predators and persistent fin-nippers.

Use a fully cycled aquarium, stable water conditions, and regular water changes. Plan space for the animals as they grow.

Read the full care guide

Shipping

• Ships Mondays. Orders must be placed by Sunday night to ship Monday.
• Orders received after the Sunday-night cutoff ship the following Monday.
• Live animals are packed with oxygen in insulated boxes, with temperature protection as needed.
• Shipping charges are shown at checkout.

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